Sirsa: Sirsa’s historic Bhadra Johad, once considered the city’s most beautiful and attractive park, now lies in a state of severe neglect. Known during the reign of kings and queens as a royal bathing spot for queens, this park has deteriorated drastically over time. What was once a place of lush greenery and beauty has now become a hub for drug addicts and is littered with garbage.
During the Chautala government, efforts were made to lay the foundation for the park’s infrastructure and transform it into one of the city’s prime attractions. However, today the park suffers from a severe lack of cleanliness. Instead of greenery, heaps of garbage now dominate the landscape, and open transformers without covers near electric poles pose a serious risk of accidents.
The park, surrounded by several temples, was once a popular destination for religious pilgrims and tourists alike. But now, it has become a haven for drug users who openly consume substances without fear. The name Bhadra Park is now more associated with its filth and disorder than its past beauty and historical significance.
This decline highlights the administration’s failure to maintain this historical site. The glory of Bhadra Park has long faded, and unless urgent improvements are made, it risks becoming a further stain on the city’s reputation. What was once a symbol of attraction is now a source of shame, and without immediate intervention, it could become even more infamous.